universal orlando

Insight on the latest changes made by Universal Orlando to add land it acquired earlier this month to mass grading efforts east of Universal Boulevard.

By Bob Moser

Apr 26, 2018

New insight into the architectural plans and orientation of buildings planned by Universal Orlando on its second hotel at the future Endless Summer Resort.

By Bob Moser

Apr 12, 2018

Your update on the latest in negotiations for who controls the fate of land where Universal Orlando has been suspected of planning future theme parks.

By Bob Moser

Apr 10, 2018

Learn more about the Brazilian entrepreneur who is believes there's an untapped market in Orlando's tourism corridor for the international budget traveler.

By Bob Moser

Mar 13, 2018

Your update on the newest design and "surf culture" theme details for the first of two hotels Universal Orlando is building on International Drive.

By Bob Moser

Feb 8, 2018

Your first look at the design of this tourism corridor infrastructure, and what stakeholders will partner on the short- and long-term costs.

By Bob Moser

Feb 7, 2018

Insight on the first major step by this global entertainment company on development plans for the land mass it has assembled northeast of Universal Boulevard.

By Bob Moser

Feb 2, 2018

Insight on the latest motion filed in this 15-month-long case, and why Universal's argument may be an uphill battle to win.

By Bob Moser

Jan 31, 2018

Learn how many acres are involved, the unpaid loan figure an Atlanta-based lender wants settled, and how this can affect Universal Orlandos holdings nearby.

By Bob Moser

Dec 7, 2017

Your update on the new renderings, room counts and timeline for Universal Orlando's new value-priced hotels on the Wet 'n Wild 64 acres.

By Bob Moser

Nov 6, 2017

Your update on the growing undeveloped land assets of Universal Orlando, and their potential for future theme park development.

By Bob Moser

Oct 30, 2017

Learn which firms earned the chance to design and build up to 4,000 guestrooms across 65 acres along International Drive, and their past work with the client.

By Bob Moser

Aug 9, 2017

Details on the tenant lineup coming to this local developer's latest tourism corridor property, and their plans for a Phase 2 next year.

By Bob Moser

Jul 24, 2017

New details on the scope and design concepts for two to three hotels planned by the theme park company on its 64.6 acres along International Drive.

By Bob Moser

May 19, 2017

Insight on the sale price, how the deal came together, and what economies of scale the owner now has in that submarket.

By Bob Moser

Apr 18, 2017

Insight on where this would put Universal Orlando's "on-site" hotel room count in comparison with Walt Disney World.

By Bob Moser

Mar 21, 2017

Insight on previous contractor mistakes that stalled the property renovation, and the owner's needs in the coming quarter.

By Bob Moser

Dec 18, 2016

Austin-based Summit Hotel Properties is

By Bob Moser

Sep 22, 2016

Learn what the Atlanta-based multifamily developer has in mind for the heart of Orlando's tourism corridor, and who is selling the land.

By Bob Moser

Jul 7, 2016

 Details on a new site plan filed with City of Orlando for what could be Universals sixth on-site hotel.

By Bob Moser

Jun 29, 2016

Get your first look at the newly proposed subdistrict Universal Orlando is requesting in the I-Drive Development Code for its land on Universal Boulevard.

By Bob Moser

May 26, 2016

Orange County's new transect-based code for the tourist corridor should be adopted by September; an update on how Universal Orlando is getting involved.

By Bob Moser

May 24, 2016

Details on the owner-operator's growing portfolio in Orlando, what renovations it has in store, and where it may invest next.

By Bob Moser

May 5, 2016

Learn what mass grading and stormwater retention work was left unfinished by former owner Stan Thomas, and what steps are next for Universal's affiliate.

By Bob Moser

Apr 18, 2016

The Texas-based developer plans to get in early on Caravan Court, before the I-4 Ultimate flyover bridge opens it up to a new wave of traffic.

By Bob Moser

Mar 31, 2016

Following up on the 2012 expansion of their Ramada Plaza Resort on International Drive, the Shah brothers that own a small retail-office parcel on Vineland Road are renewing plans for a second Ramada, directly north of Universal Orlando's Loew's Portofino Bay Hotel.

By Bob Moser

Jan 6, 2016

After a tough battle to win approval for his $500 million Skyplex project, Joshua Wallack looks forward to better days ahead, including the opening next week of Mango's Tropical Cafe Orlando.

By Bob Moser

Dec 1, 2015

Website refers to Joshua Wallack as a "Miami Beach developer," and claims noise and light pollution will affect the area if Skyplex is approved Dec. 1, among other issues.

By Bob Moser

Nov 19, 2015

Capstone Development spent $13.1 million for a select-service hotel near Universal Orlando in early October, along with $61.5 million for a portfolio of five other Florida hotels that includes a Clermont property, and will start renovations next year.

By Bob Moser

Oct 16, 2015

Chuck Whittall leaves board in protest of ETC lobbying with Universal Orlando in recent months against the record heights of Skyplex and Starflyer projects.

By Bob Moser

Sep 28, 2015

Jamaican investment group Sagicor bought the hotel from a Blackstone affiliate at a price per key near $100,000. Top management firm Interstate Hotels & Resorts will run the property.

By Bob Moser

Sep 15, 2015

Nearly 140 acres of land is available northeast of the I-Drive and Kirkman Road intersection, and could benefit from the Grand National overpass.

By Bob Moser

Jul 13, 2015

Builders and service providers from Orlando, St. James City, Altamonte Springs and more were listed in June.

By Bob Moser

Jun 29, 2015

Universal Orlando is mum but industry experts imagine hotels, attractions or both for the redevelopment of the North I-Drive property.

By Bob Moser

Jun 18, 2015